#051 Is Resveratrol a Longevity Compound?

Rhonda gives a summary of the science of resveratrol including its effects in animals and humans, mechanisms, and the bottom line on resveratrol supplementation and safety.

In this episode, you’ll discover:

• 00:00:00 - Introduction
• 00:03:39 - Resveratrol improves cardiovascular biomarkers in clinical trials
• 00:06:49 - Anti-inflammatory effects of resveratrol  
• 00:08:11 - Improved cognition and memory in clinical studies
• 00:11:23 - Resveratrol improved healthspan, but not lifespan, in animals
• 00:12:28 - Induction of longevity genes via xenohormesis
• 00:16:19 - Contradictory effects on exercise-associated benefits
• 00:20:34 - Various factors that affect resveratrol bioavailability
• 00:23:09 - Unintentional effects on drug metabolism

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